Short course

Intro to AI

Gain practical AI skills for the workplace. Understand how generative AI is used, its limitations and how to apply it responsibly, securely and effectively

  • 1 day (6 learning hours)
  • £500
  • Live, remote learning

Course details

Overview

Intro to AI gives you a practical, grounded understanding of generative AI and how it can be used confidently in the workplace. The course explores how AI is being adopted across industries, the types of tasks it can support, and the key risks and responsibilities that come with everyday use.

Through interactive activities and real‑world scenarios, you’ll get hands‑on experience with popular AI tools while building a realistic sense of both their strengths and limitations. The focus is on clarity, critical thinking, and safe working practices, so you learn not just how to use AI, but how to use it well.

The course also places strong emphasis on responsible and ethical use. You’ll examine data protection, accuracy risks, and organisational governance, gaining the confidence to integrate AI into your workflow while maintaining professional and compliance standards.

Ideal for

This course is ideal for professionals and teams who want to confidently integrate generative AI into their everyday work. It’s perfect for anyone looking to build practical AI skills, understand real‑world applications, and adopt safe, responsible workflows across their organisation.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, you’ll understand how AI tools are used across modern workplaces and the key security, compliance, and ethical risks to keep in mind. You’ll learn how to work safely and responsibly with generative AI, understand your role within organisational AI governance, and confidently use tools such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot while protecting sensitive information.

You will be able to:

  • Understand how AI supports everyday workplace tasks
  • Recognise and manage key risks linked to security, compliance, and ethics
  • Apply safe, responsible practices when using generative AI tools

Topics covered

The course is organised into clear, progressive modules that build from foundational understanding to practical, tool‑specific application.

  • What is AI doing at work?
  • Risks of using AI tools
  • Golden rules of secure AI use
  • Tool‑by‑tool guidance
  • AI governance & your responsibility

Lorna Armitage

Lorna Armitage MBE holds over 15 years’ experience in cyber security across industry, consultancy and higher education. An award‑winning leader and co‑founder of CAPSLOCK, Lorna has designed and delivered GCHQ‑certified programmes, held interim CISO roles, and worked with organisations across the public and private sectors. As a tutor, she brings real‑world insight into the classroom, combining deep technical knowledge with a practical, accessible teaching style that helps learners build confidence and skills they can apply immediately.

Learn with CAPSLOCK

At CAPSLOCK, we believe that great training should be led by people who truly understand the industry. Our founders bring more than 40 years of combined experience across the cyber security sector, including C‑Suite leadership, senior strategic and operational roles, and respected academic expertise. Their careers have shaped national cyber strategy, led high‑performing security teams, and trained thousands of learners, giving our programmes a rare blend of practical insight and educational excellence.

This depth of experience is built into every short course we deliver. Whether you’re an individual looking to build confidence or an organisation developing your workforce, you’ll learn from a provider trusted by employers, industry specialists, and national talent programmes. Our teaching approach is grounded, clear, and focused on real‑world skills that make an immediate impact.

What sets CAPSLOCK apart is our commitment to creating training that is accessible, inclusive, and genuinely transformative. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner for learners and businesses alike, offering expert‑led learning that is relevant, up‑to‑date, and delivered with integrity. When you learn with CAPSLOCK, you’re choosing a provider dedicated to your long‑term growth, your security, and your success.

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Your questions, answered

Can organisations book private sessions for their teams?

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Yes. We offer private, instructor-led sessions tailored to your organisation's needs. Businesses can book multiple courses, schedule exclusive cohorts, or bundle topics together.

What makes CAPSLOCK a trusted training provider?

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Our founders bring over 40 years of combined cyber security and academic experience, including C-Suite leadership, operational expertise, and respected teaching backgrounds. CAPSLOCK's training is recognised for being expert-led, practical, and aligned with real-world industry needs.

How do learners access the training?

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Courses are delivered live online via a secure virtual classroom environment. All learners receive joining instructions and any materials they'll need ahead of the session.

Who are these short courses designed for?

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Our short courses are ideal for anyone who wants practical, real-world cyber security and AI skills, whether you're an individual looking to upskill or a business developing your workforce. No prior technical experience is required.

How long do the short courses take to complete?

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Each course runs as a focused, instructor-led session. Most courses last one day (4 - 8 hours), depending on the topic.